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BFK 510T

1978 Honda CB400F

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,188 mi
Last recorded16,188 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F31,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFK 510T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 16,188 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 15,453 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 15,453 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 14,456 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 13,752 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 12,087 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 11,716 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 11,424 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Nov 2010 10,589 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

front & rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Pass 10 Nov 2010 10,589 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front & rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F?

Based on 5,003 MOT tests across 921 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Horn not working 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 27
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BFK 510T is a 1978 Honda CB400F in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 31,286 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFK 510T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFK 510T registered?

BFK 510T is a 1978 Honda CB400F, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BFK 510T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFK 510T shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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